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Financial Accountant job at NSSF Uganda | Apply Now
Are you looking for Accounting jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in DFinancial Accountant job at NSSF Uganda
About the Organisation
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) Uganda is a multi-trillion Fund mandated by the Government through the NSSF Act, as amended, to provide social security services to all eligible employees in Uganda. The Fund is a contributory scheme and is funded by contributions from employees and employers of 5% and 10% respectively of the employee’s gross monthly wage. The Fund is regulated by the Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority, while the Minister of Gender, Labour & Social Development, and the Minister of Finance, Planning & Economic Development are responsible for policy oversight. The Fund manages assets worth over UGX 25 trillion, invested in Fixed Income, Equities, and Real Estate assets within the East Africa region.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Financial Accountant job at NSSF Uganda
NSSF Uganda
Job Description
To ensure internal controls are adhered to, manage and monitor accuracy of the trial balance to aid financial reporting and quick decision making.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Reporting
Ensure timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and support annual financial statements preparation in compliance with IFRS.
Ensure timely month-end and year-end closing processes are adhered to.
Maintain accurate system ledger entries and reconciliations.
Reconciliation & Compliance
Perform reconciliations for bank accounts (occasional), intercompany transactions, and balance sheet accounts.
Support the reconciliation of financial data across multiple platforms and assist in identifying discrepancies.
Investigate discrepancies and resolve variances promptly within the ERP.
Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.
ERP System Management & Optimization
Act as Finance SME (subject matter expert) during ERP implementation, upgrades, and testing.
Collaborate with Technology teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance ERP functionalities.
Support in configuring and validating ERP financial modules (GL, AP, AR, FA, Budgeting).
Create approved new accounts and the Chart of Accounts
Drive automation and process improvements within ERP workflows.
Data Analysis & Process Improvement
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data within ERP systems.
Recommend and implement process automation to reduce manual work.
Support integration of financial data with other business systems.
Audit Support
Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation.
Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.
Document system processes and procedures, contributing to knowledge sharing within the team.
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Accounting or Commerce
Professional Accounting Qualification; CIMA, CFA, ACCA or CPA
Work Experience:
At least 4 years’ experience in accounting and financial auditing from a busy or commercial environment.
Behavior Competencies:
Commitment and Integrity
Proactivity Innovation
Getting Work Done
Relationship Building
Communicating and Influencing
Resilience & Resourcefulness
Thinking and Problem Analysis
Technical Competences:
Risk management (Intermediate)
Financial Management (Advanced)
Audit & Assurance(intermediate)
Stakeholder Relationship management (Advanced)
Corporate Reporting(intermediate).
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
Interested candidates are advised that applications for this position must be submitted online. To apply, please click on the "Apply" button below.
